Sarah from Reynoldsburg, OH

On campus, COTC has a security department so students can feel safe on campus. COTC is also a tobacco and drug free campus so students can enjoy a healthy place to be at.

Clubs and Activities

COTC offers over 50 different clubs. Most students either are involved with just one club, or maybe 2 or 3. The ideal of having so many different clubs is to give students are variety of options to choose from.

What to do for fun

At COTC, there's never a bored moment. There's always something to do on campus, whether it's an event or an activity they plan for students. Each weekend, something different happens. One weekend, we may have bingo on campus where you can win prizes and get to meet other people, when another weekend there maybe be a concert held on campus as well. Another thing that is offered at COTC is sports. For fun, most people join clubs doing something they love, while others may do sports to have a competitive side to themselves as well.

Food and Dining

Central Ohio Technical College food is well known and always fresh. When leaving home for school, you're also leaving homemade cook meals, and delicious food. At COTC, you'll never want to eat at home again. The food that's offered at COTC is just as delicious, and has reasonable prices.

Dorm Life

Central Ohio Technical College offers apartments just next to campus. The apartments are extremely helpful for students who live more than an hour away from school. Apartments are also affordable, and well kept. The only downsize to the apartments are there isn't enough avaiablity for all students.

Academic Rigor

The professors at Central Ohio Technical College are always there to help students. If your in need of extra help with a specific course, they have design a tutor class to help your needs. For example, if math is one of your struggles, they have a lab where professors stay after class hours to help with any questions or test needs you have.

Tips for prospective students

Central Ohio Technical College offers exellent academics and majors for all students. When looking into COTC, create a plan that you see yourself doing and talk with an advisor before you decide which courses to take. They then help you come up with an easy way to work around what you prefer, to make your college experience less stressful.

In three sentences

When I hear the word, College, I think of second home. Central Ohio Technical College has done more and beyond to make it a place where students can call it a home. All staffs and professors are always helpful, and know just what to do to make you satisfy with your choices.

I give Central Ohio Technical College 7 on a rating scale. They have a lot of staff the really cares about your success, but they are just a little disorganized. Also their website is constantly down for work.

Tokala from Mount Vernon, OH

There are a few very good places where you can sit down and eat, although it is not like Columbus, for how small Mount Vernon is there are a good amount of places to eat.

Dorm Life

I attend COTC, the KNox Campus. I have my own apartment, I do not think that there are in dorms in Mount Vernon.

Tips for prospective students

Before you choose this college make sure you want to go to a smaller college or if you want to experience a bigger college with more people.

In three sentences

Central Ohio Technical College is a great school to go to if you enjoy the high school environment. There are not to many kids and the teachers help you when you need it and will provide one on one help if needed.

Amanda from Blacklick, OH

The moodle website always posts activities for students to do. There are many sports activities and sororities and fraternities.

Food and Dining

The cafeteria is amazing. The prices are not bad either. It's like they know you're a college student and can't afford fine dining!

Dorm Life

I have never personally lived in the dorms. I, however, did a tour and they look fairly decent.

Academic Rigor

The classes are pretty challenging. Always stay focused. Some teachers however are fairly easy. Seems to be the luck of the draw.

Tips for prospective students

Stay organized! The Gateway has a tendency to not update things under your documents and or takes your documents away after you turn them in. Call to always be sure the school has received something. Most items you have to mail in!

In three sentences

I would give Central Ohio Technical College at 3/5 rating. I love the academics and the teachers, I am very challenged. I am however disappointed with the lack of organization in the student services Gateway center.

Muriel from Columbus, OH

They do have patrol officers who drive around campus parking los, and the school has a Safety department

What to do for fun

Enroll in school clubs, different activities including sports

Food and Dining

They have a cafeteria at the school.

Tips for prospective students

Meet with an advisor from the beginning, they will guide you in every step , they update you on schedule changes, prerequisites, updates , as well as registering for classes.

In three sentences

I give the school four stars!!! The school has amazing resources, almost fro every subject enrolled. There is an option to meet with your instructor for academic assistance, they take time to know their students. Resources include library, books on line, academic adviser's, open lab, tutoring, and lots and lost of practice.

Brian from Etna, OH

the game room in the student center is the place to be. there are also paths and trails around the campus and surrounding areas

Food and Dining

great cafeteria with a variety of selections. a coffee shop, pizza shop, sandwich station, burrito bar, and a salad bar.

Dorm Life

couldn't tell ya. I live of campus

Academic Rigor

The professors are very dedicated to making sure you are successful. there are counselors that are readily available to help you with any issues you have, whether it be academic or personal.

Tips for prospective students

pay attention to deadlines. make sure your work is completed and submitted on time. if you have questions dont be afraid to ask

In three sentences

COTC has small classes so the instructors have more focus on the studentsd as individuals. They offer online learning as well as classroom. They also have regional campuses to add more convenience for the students

Nickol from Sunbury, OH

The campus has security staff. Parking lots are well lit and the size means that you quickly recognize those who belong.

Greek Life

Unknown

Clubs and Activities

Unknown

Great for these types of students

COTC caters to students of all ages. Many of my classmates are returning to school, have jobs and families outside of school. COTC is designed to help all of us succeed through on-line learning, labs, and tutoring hours.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The school has several areas throughout the campus where students can just sit and exchange ideas.

Bang for the buck

Having instructors who work in the areas you are studying, make the information come alive. My Forensic Photography teacher is able to bring real life experience into the classroom. Our assignments are relevant to what we will encounter on the job.

What to do for fun

I can't really respond to this. Because I commute, I typically attend classes, labs, and tutor sessions, then return home.

Food and Dining

There are vending machines, a cafeteria, and local restaurants to choose from to obtain the energy needed to sustain you enough to continue your studies.

Dorm Life

I can't respond to dorm life. I commute from a neighboring community.

Academic Rigor

Classes can be difficult. However, the instructors often work in the area and bring their expertise to the classroom. You will need to study, but there are many resources to help you succeed.

Tips for prospective students

Talk with an advisor from admissions. They can help you plan how best to succeed in your major.

In three sentences

COTC is an excellent school for students entering into Forensic Science. Classes are small, instructors are knowledgeable, and the admissions staff really listen to what you need. The campus is small enough that it's easy to find your way around.

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